How To Fix VHUAP219 - You cannot select handling units that are in a delivery

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHUAP - Messages for Packing Transaction Applications (FGrp VHUDIAL)

• Message number: 219

• Message text: You cannot select handling units that are in a delivery

What causes this issue?

You wish to include handling units in an existing delivery. This
function is only possible for HUs that are not in a delivery (blue,
purple, red rows).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Deselect the HUs that are already in a delivery (light green rows).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHUAP219 - You cannot select handling units that are in a delivery ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VHUAP219: "You cannot select handling units that are in a delivery."
  
  Error Message
  VHUAP219: You cannot select handling units that are in a delivery.
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to select or assign handling units (HUs) that are already assigned to a delivery document in the system. Handling units that are part of an existing delivery cannot be reused or selected again for another delivery or process until they are released or the delivery is completed/canceled.
  In SAP Logistics Execution (LE) and Warehouse Management (WM), handling units are uniquely tracked and linked to delivery documents. The system prevents duplication or conflicting assignments to maintain data integrity and accurate tracking of goods.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When trying to create or change a delivery and selecting handling units that are already assigned to another delivery.
  When attempting to reuse or reassign handling units without first removing them from the original delivery.
  During packing or unpacking processes where the system checks the status of handling units.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Handling Unit Status:
  
  Verify the handling unit number(s) you are trying to select.
  Use transaction HU03 or VL03N to check if the handling unit is already assigned to a delivery.
  
  
  
  Release or Remove Handling Unit from Existing Delivery:
  
  If the handling unit is assigned to a delivery that is not yet shipped, you may need to remove or unpack the HU from that delivery.
  Use transaction VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery) to remove the handling unit from the delivery.
  Alternatively, if the delivery is no longer needed, consider canceling or deleting the delivery.
  
  
  
  Use Different Handling Units:
  
  If the handling units are already in use and cannot be removed, select different handling units that are free and not assigned to any delivery.
  
  
  
  Check for Incomplete or Locked Deliveries:
  
  Sometimes deliveries are locked or incomplete, preventing handling units from being released.
  Check delivery status and ensure it is either completed or properly canceled.
  
  
  
  Consult Warehouse Management Team:
  
  If handling units are managed in WM, coordinate with warehouse personnel to confirm the physical status of the handling units and their system assignment.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Handling Unit Management (HUM): SAP module that manages packaging and handling units.
  Delivery Document (VL01N, VL02N, VL03N): Transactions to create, change, and display deliveries.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  HU03 – Display Handling Unit
  VL02N – Change Outbound Delivery
  VL03N – Display Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any OSS notes related to handling unit assignment and delivery processing.
  User Authorization: Ensure the user has the necessary authorization to change deliveries and handling units.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Handling unit is already assigned to an existing delivery.
  
  
  Effect
  System prevents selecting the same HU for another delivery to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove HU from existing delivery, use different HU, or cancel the delivery if needed.
  
  
  Transactions
  HU03, VL02N, VL03N
  
  
  Related Module
  Handling Unit Management (HUM), Logistics Execution (LE), Warehouse Management (WM)
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide details such as the transaction you are using, the handling unit number, and the delivery document number.